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Art Nouveau French Design Sterling Front Portrait Pin. The sinuous forms of Art Nouveau were the hallmark of Europe's and America's boldest and most fashionable style at the turn of the 19th century and are deftly demonstrated in this gorgeous die-struck woman's profile with flowing hair in an open frame with layered curliques. This showy sterling front portrait pin, circa 1910, is from a French design and is fitted with a c-catch and flanged hinge. Marked STERLING FRONT on reverse with a star punch mark for the maker (unknown). [See "Art Nouveau and Art Deco Jewelry" by Lillian Baker, p.33.] width: 2-3/16", height: 1-3/4". other view, left side, right side

$ 210.00

PBA202

Art Nouveau Double Swan Brooch with Faux Jade. This gorgeous circa 1900 Art Nouveau brooch no doubt embodies the powerful love represented by two swans framing a bezel set oval simulated jade cabochon. The symbolism of the swan embodies love, purity and chance. Jade is said to be a symbol of energy and beauty, as well as power. Swans were a particular favourite in the Art Nouveau period as they were considered to be both majestic and elegant and by their very nature were also, with their long sinuous necks, a perfect example of the exaggerated sensuous swirls and tendrils that were the hallmarks of this decorative style. The unrestrained exuberance of form, especially line, a flowing curvilinear, is so well executed in the undulating engraved border of this outstanding brass sash brooch. width: 2-1/2", height: 1-3/4". flipped, side view , undulating border

Art Nouveau 14K Gold Forget Me Not Flower Pin/Pendant. This gorgeous Art Nouveau forget-me-not flower pin/pendant displays the naturalism that embraced the period by employing the most warmly natural of gems, the pearl. Each of the six gold frames are curved to form the petals of this delicate forget-me-not brooch. Each petal holds three 2mm half pearls in a soft blue grey hue. The center pistil is comprised of six petals each holding a similar half pearl surrounding a central anther with a slightly whiter 3mm half pearl. A wonderful gift for someone you love. Let them know you forget them not! Unknown maker's mark on reverse. Closure with safety catch marked 14K. diameter: -1/4". back view